Release 2.0. This is the second release of this unit of competency in the DEF Defence Training Package Release 4.0. Modifications have been made to Foundation Skills and Assessment Conditions.

Release 1.0. This unit was released in DEF Defence Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit describes the skills required to develop relationships with other organisations by establishing appropriate networks and interacting with them.

This unit was developed for those working in Defence but may be relevant to others who work in this field.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to the requirements of Defence doctrine and publications.

Those undertaking this unit would work under indirect supervision, usually as part of a team and would take responsibility for their own work outcomes. They would usually be at an entry level, having completed both their trade training and first level leadership training. They would perform explicit tasks in a range of contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Not applicable.

General

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ELEMENTS 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1  

Establish networks and relationships 

1.1 

Identify external organisations to support business requirements

1.2 

Develop networks with other organisations to support liaison and collaboration

1.3 

Develop relationships that provide benefits to the organisation from shared expertise, information and/or resources

2 

Interact with other organisations 

2.1 

Communicate with other organisations in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner

2.2 

Participate in meetings and forums that support mutual cooperation

2.3 

Identify and consult with stakeholders that are affected by the outcomes of the interaction between organisations

2.4 

Gather information from other organisations to inform the improvement of interaction and to avoid duplication of effort

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

No equivalent unit.

Release 2.0. This is the second release of this unit of competency in the DEF Defence Training Package Release 4.0. Modifications have been made to Assessment Conditions.

Release 1.0. These Assessment Requirements were released in DEF Defence Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and includes:

• developing and using networks and relationships effectively
• providing accurate and clear information.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

• awareness of role and responsibilities of other organisations
• current practices and procedures for communicating in the workplace
• meeting protocols and procedures
• organisation’s confidentiality requirements
• organisational policy and procedures relating to liaison with other organisations.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

• a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations
• acceptable means of simulation assessment
• applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
• relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.